This is a really quick blog about inhalers. If you've got asthma make sure you do these ten things to stay safe and up-to-date with the latest thinking. I always learn something when I have an asthma review. Is your inhaler in date? - This might sound obvious but sometimes they can hang around in the back of a drawer, in a sports bag or wash bag. Make sure you check the … [Read more...]
On having a real allergy stalker…
This is a funny story about how I discovered I had a stalker and not just any old stalker. This stalker was trying to find out more about me and wanted to meet me too. My sister is the one who finally connected me with my stalker. We have now met and are now in touch about various allergy and blog related things. But we're jumping ahead. It happened when my sister was … [Read more...]
Soya free soy sauce alternative – Coconut Aminos
I discovered this stuff at the FreeFrom Food Awards judging session last week. Honestly, how can I have a diagnosed soya allergy for over three years and not have discovered that there is a fairly widely available and pretty amazing alternative to soya sauce? 'Coconut Aminos' have apparently been around for some time and are very popular in the US. I was lucky enough to … [Read more...]
When the office buys you birthday cake you can’t eat…
It was my birthday this month. I always struggle with my birthday. I never want stuff. It's just so soon after Christmas and I never want much for Christmas presents either. I'm a nightmare to buy for. Despite all this my family and friends came up trumps yet again with beautiful and thoughtful gifts like a new colourful smart scarf, a mini cooper driving experience, a shopping … [Read more...]
Why I put on a stone in weight judging the FreeFrom Food Awards
I love this time of year and not just because it's January and my birthday, it's also the FreeFrom Food Awards judging week where I get to discover so many new #FreeFrom products and meet lots of lovely people from very varied backgrounds, jobs, tastes etc. This year I was judging Superfoods and Supplements, Store Cupboard, Pizza and pastas and desserts... I actually … [Read more...]